Reading Hour: Thursday 19 September

In 2019, the Australian Reading Hour will take place on Thursday, 19 September. The premise is simple – pick up a book at any time of the day or night and read for an hour. Reading Hour encourages all Australians to either rediscover or introduce themselves to the benefits of reading. Take the time to learn, escape and relax.

In children, reading has been shown to help with identity formation, setting them up for success in the future. In adults, reading has been shown to reduce stress by 68%, more than listening to music, going for a walk, or having a cup of tea.

So what are you waiting for? You can use One Search or the library catalogue to find your reading material, either print or online. If you're looking for inspiration, check out some of the book reviews from the library's Reading Challenge.